Camp Turkey Terror
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Event overview
Camp Turkey Terror: The Nighttime Friday the 13th Unhinged Turkey Trot is a running event in Long Beach, California on November 13, 2026. It is held at 5400 E Ocean Blvd, Long Beach, CA 90803. The event offers the following distances:
- 5K: The Gobble Dash
- 10K: The Stuffing Sprint
- Half Marathon
The event includes chip timing, finisher medals for all participants, overall and age-group awards, and free race-day photos. There are three on-course water stations, one at each turnaround.
Course and event features
The course is USATF-certified and follows a flat, scenic Long Beach path beginning near the Belmont Pier. Course formats are described as: half marathon in three 4.36-mile loops, 10K as two 5K out-and-backs, and the 5K as a single loop. Turnarounds include a full water station and staffed "camp counselor" stations. The event takes place on open-pathway routes such as beach paths and park loops that are car-free but may pass other pedestrians.
Additional elements
The event schedule includes a finish-line festival with a campfire theme, a costume contest, DJ and lighting effects, and on-site food at the finish. Camp Turkey Terror is part of a three-race Friday the 13th series; completing all three events earns an exclusive commemorative tech shirt. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
